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Job Posting: Accounting Administrator I (Spec) FI$Cal Project Managment

Department of Transportation

JC-496135

Accounting Administrator I (Spec) FI$Cal Project Managment

ACCOUNTING ADMINISTRATOR I (SPECIALIST)

$6, $8,290.00 per Month

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 10/31/2025

*Application Methods:*
Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account)

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Job Description And Duties
Under the general supervision of an Accounting Administrator II (Supervisor), the Accounting Administrator I (Specialist) independently performs the more complex analytical, technical, and functional accounting duties and serves as a lead person in providing consultative advice and accounting support on-site and/or remotely to the FI$Cal Project Management effort. The incumbent serves as the subject matter expert responsible for activities related to planning, business operations, interface and conversion assessments, training, testing, reporting, contract monitoring, and change management.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

PARF# / JC-496135

Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the ACCOUNTING ADMINISTRATOR I (SPECIALIST) exam. For those who do not have current eligibility (e.g., transfer, permissive reinstatement, or voluntary demotions) and/or who will be new to state civil services employment, you must be on the state examination list to be eligible for these positions. To apply for the exam, please click here and search by typing in the classification title.

This position may be eligible for telework. The amount of telework is at the discretion of the Department and based on Caltrans's evolving telework policy. Caltrans supports telework, recognizing that in-person attendance may be required based on operational needs. Employees are expected to be able to report to their worksites with minimum notification if an urgent need arises. The selected candidate will be required to commute to the headquartered location as needed to meet operational needs. Business travel may be required, and reimbursement considers an employee's designated headquartered location, primary residence, and may be subject to CalHR regulations or applicable bargaining unit contract provisions. All commute expenses to the headquartered location will be the responsibility of the selected candidate.

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You will find additional information about the job in the
Duty Statement
.

Working Conditions

Position located at 1820 Alhambra Blvd., Sacramento CA 95816, Sacramento County.

Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment.

Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• ACCOUNTING ADMINISTRATOR I (SPECIALIST)

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details

Job Code #:
JC-496135

Position #(s):
XXX

*Working Title:
Accounting Administrator I (Spec) FI$Cal Project Managment
Classification:*
ACCOUNTING ADMINISTRATOR I (SPECIALIST)

$6, $8,290.00 A

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions:
Multiple

Work Location:
Sacramento County

*Telework:*
Hybrid

*Job Type:*
Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

Caltrans Mission: Improving lives and communities through transportation.

Caltrans Vision: A thriving and connected California.

The Caltrans workforce is made up of diverse and unique individuals who contribute to our organizational success.

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Director's EEO Policy:

Director's EEO Policy Statement:

Special Requirements

• All applicants must include a Statement of Qualifications, a resume, and a copy of your college transcripts and/or diploma along with your state application STD 678 form. Applicants must clearly indicate the basis of their eligibility in the "Examination(s) or Job Title(s)" section of the state application.
• Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required. Failure to submit a Statement of Qualifications will disqualify candidates from the hiring process.

Your SOQ must be no more than two typewritten pages, on standard sized paper (8.5" x 11"), 12-point Century Gothic font, aligned left, and include at the top: the title: Statement of Qualifications, your first and last name.

Please answer the question and provide specific examples describing the desirable qualifications. Applications received without complete responses and not in the requested format will be disqualified.

Question: Please describe the education, training and work experience that has prepared you to perform the responsibilities of this position. Please provide specific examples of practices that you have used and would continue to employ to be successful in this position.

• Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are basing your eligibility on education, you must include your unofficial transcript(s)/diploma for verification. Unofficial, original, or official sealed transcripts will be accepted and may be required upon appointment. Applicants with foreign transcripts/degrees must provide a transcript/degree U.S. equivalency report evaluation that indicates the number of units and degree to which the foreign coursework is equivalent. Please visit either of the following two websites for a list of evaluation agencies: or https://aice- Please redact birthdates and social security numbers

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date: 10/31/2025

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

How To Apply

Complete Application Packages (including Your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) And Applicable Or Required Documents) Must Be Submitted To Apply For This Job Posting. Application Packages May Be Submitted Electronically Through Your CalCareer Account At When Submitting Your Application In Hard Copy, a Completed Copy Of The Application Package Listing Must Be Included. If You Choose To Not Apply Electronically, a Hard Copy Application Package May Be Submitted Through An Alternative Method Listed Below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

Department of Transportation

N/A

Attn: Caltrans DHR Contact

Certification Services MS-90

P O Box 168036

Sacramento, CA

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Department of Transportation

Drop-Off Address

Caltrans DHR Contact

Classification and Hiring Unit - ECOS

1727 30th Street, MS 90

Sacramento, CA 95816

Closed on weekends and State holidays.

08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Required Application Package Documents

The Following Items Are Required To Be Submitted With Your Application. Applicants Who Do Not Submit The Required Items Timely May Not Be Considered For This Job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is required and must be included.

• Statement of Qualifications - Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required. Please see the Special Requirements section for SOQ instructions.

• Additional documents that may be required by the Program:

Writing Sample is required. Please see the Special Requirements section for Writing Sample instructions.

• Other - A copy of your college transcripts and/or diploma is required and must be included.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

Desirable Qualifications
In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

• Ability to apply fiscal system principles and procedures.
• Creatively use a variety of analytical techniques to resolve complex fiscal and financial management problems.
• Prepare comprehensive reports; Speak and write effectively and perform with a high degree of independence.
• Present formal and informal evaluation of issues and alternative solution proposals.
• Advise key stakeholders, impacted program managers, executive steering committee, district directors, state control agencies, and others in developing course of action to address issues.
• Perform effectively under rigid time constraints and pressure.
• Utilize and work in an interdisciplinary team environment effectively.
• Communicate effectively and possess excellent interpersonal skills to maintain cooperation of those contacted and to accomplish the goals of the project.
• Utilize program staff and consultants advantageously to effectively complete assignments and prioritize work.
• Define financial problems and identify appropriate resolutions.
• Coordinate with key stakeholders, impacted program managers, and other in developing appropriate course of action to address issues.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Identify issues or conflicts in internal financial policy process and develop means of resolution.
• Display high level of expertise to analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.
• Work cooperatively and negotiate resolutions to issues; accomplish goals by finding common ground or consensus.

Benefits
Click HERE to view the Benefits Summary for Civil Service Employees in the State of California.

Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.

Human Resources Contact:
Hoda Elshamy

Hiring Unit Contact:
Shawn Guerrero

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact:
Caltrans EEO Office

California Relay Service: TTY), Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Important Applications Instructions:
The State application (STD. 678) is required, and each section must be filled out completely and thoroughly. For mailed or hand delivered applications to be considered for this position, the Job Control number (JC , PARF# and title of the position (ACCOUNTING ADMINISTRATOR I (SPECIALIST)) must be included on the STD. 678 form.

Electronic applications through your CalCareers account are highly recommended and encouraged.

Candidates that meet the minimum qualifications based on possession of EDUCATION, LICENSE, OR CERTIFICATE must include a copy of your DEGREE/TRANSCRIPTS, LICENSE, or CERTIFICATE, along with your State application (STD. 678), to be considered for this position.

NOTE: Do not submit the "Equal Employment Opportunity" questionnaire (page 5) with your completed State application (STD This page is for examination use only. Do not include any confidential information on any documents you submit for this job vacancy, such as your state application, resume, or educational transcripts. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number, birth date, driver's license number, examination results, LEAP status, marital status, and age. The job application packet checklist is not required to apply for this position. Failure to follow these instructions may result in your application not being considered for this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.